Legal eagle flies the world as Emirates air hostess
A CHATSWORTH woman has given up a potentially illustrious career in law for a life of travel and adventure.
Shernel Krupanandham, now based in Dubai, is an air hostess for Emirates, jet-setting around the world, making new friends and ticking off her bucket list.
The 25-year-old student lawyer said she had no regrets about taking off her legal robes to fly the skies.
She intends to inspire others to chase their dreams.
“It all stemmed from a conversation with a friend. She described how wonderful it was to be an air hostess and the opportunities it brought.
“I asked myself what I was doing with my life and why I was restricting myself.
“I was mentally prepared to give up my career in law to be an air hostess,” she said.
But Krupanandham had her work cut out effecting the change. When she plucked up the courage to send her application to Emirates, it was declined.
“I did not give up, but continued to apply until I got the job. I want my story to help others get into the field.
“My whole life has changed since I became an air hostess,” she said. “You have to undergo a gruelling process. People might think we are there to look pretty, but our main purpose as cabin crew is to ensure passengers are comfortable and safe.
“Each year we have to write exams dealing with various aspects including medical, aviation and safety.”
When she is not shopping up a storm in New York or Paris or sipping bubbly on a remote island, she loves being at home with her family.
She advises other wannabes to stay determined.